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How Long Will It Take For Swelling On Child S Neck To Reduce?
my daughter has a sweeling on her neck just under her earlobe (not on it). I was thinking it was a gland and have given her paracetamal for the pain, should I take her to a & e as its been 3 days and it doesn t show signs of getting any smaller or less painful.
Thu, 27 Mar 2014
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Its likely to be Parotid salivary gland enlargement , most likely to be Mumps Parotitis. Giving sugar candy coated with 3-4 drops of frsh lime juice will be beneficial as it will promote salivation and help in regression of swelling. If the swelling still persists after couple of days, do consult Pediatrcian.
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Greetings of the day
Its likely to be Parotid salivary gland enlargement , most likely to be Mumps Parotitis. Giving sugar candy coated with 3-4 drops of frsh lime juice will be beneficial as it will promote salivation and help in regression of swelling. If the swelling still persists after couple of days, do consult Pediatrcian.
Take Care
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